PREP4Gold is a sweeping initiative approaching the issue of prevention as it relates to every aspect of childhood cancer:
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reducing the number of children diagnosed with cancer
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eliminating the harmful effects from toxic and outdated therapies
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removing disparities in care of underserved populations
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tackling the struggles experienced by survivors
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protecting families from the often-overlooked psychosocial harm associated with the diagnosis of childhood cancer and lifelong side effects
Prevention
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Prevent cancer occurrence in children wherever possible through proactive risk reduction.
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Reduce the financial burden families face from diagnosis and treatment.
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Minimize long-term treatment harms and protect survivors’ lifelong health.
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Address environmental and lifestyle risks that impact children over time.
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Support the psychosocial well-being of children and their families with a 360° prevention approach.
Research
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Focus on high-impact childhood cancer research that meaningfully advances outcomes.
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Prioritize innovative, forward-thinking studies that can move the field ahead.
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Use limited resources strategically for maximum benefit.
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Avoid duplicative funding by targeting gaps and unmet needs.
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Maintain an outcome-driven approach rather than incremental progress.
Education
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Empower families through education that enables informed action, not just awareness.
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Provide parental guidance to ease treatment, survivorship, and caregiving challenges.
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Build confidence in underserved communities by explaining access to life-saving care.
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Train childhood cancer experts to include psychosocial and financial support in care.
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Educate professionals beyond the field to expand the workforce delivering tailored support to children, survivors, and families.
Programs
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Design solution-focused programs that address real challenges faced by children and families.
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Collaborate with researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and families in a team-driven approach.
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Develop programs informed by insights from the lab, clinic, legislature, and lived experience.
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Promote innovative programming to advance childhood cancer care and survivorship.
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Aim to enhance the quality of life for children and their families.
Leadership
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Contact us if you would like to get involved in one of our committees:
Prevention, Treatment, Cure, Survivorship, or Finance/Fundraising.